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... cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 8 Connect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 9 Remove the card's driver from the operating system. 10 To complete the removal procedure, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 30. PCI and PCI Express Cards 27 Replacing...
... cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16). 8 Connect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 9 Remove the card's driver from the operating system. 10 To complete the removal procedure, see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 30. PCI and PCI Express Cards 27 Replacing...
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For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the Setup Guide. Sound Card Network Card Installed 1 Enter system setup (see "Entering System Setup" on page 69). 2 Go ...
For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the Setup Guide. Sound Card Network Card Installed 1 Enter system setup (see "Entering System Setup" on page 69). 2 Go ...
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... menu. 74 System Setup When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the bottomright corner of the device that you can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Drivers and Utilities disc, but you want the computer to boot from the optical drive so that is to boot from the hard drive when...
... menu. 74 System Setup When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the bottomright corner of the device that you can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Drivers and Utilities disc, but you want the computer to boot from the optical drive so that is to boot from the hard drive when...
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4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on . Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 16). 5 Connect your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Drivers & Downloads→Select Model. 4 Select the type of product in the Select Your Product Family list. 76 System Setup
4 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on . Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on page 16). 5 Connect your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Drivers & Downloads→Select Model. 4 Select the type of product in the Select Your Product Family list. 76 System Setup
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Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: It is recommended that you through... system's setup process. You will take some time to reinstall the operating system. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. 13
Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: It is recommended that you through... system's setup process. You will take some time to reinstall the operating system. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. 13
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... to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 35 Windows Vista 1.
... to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 35 Windows Vista 1.
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...and Support. 2. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 34 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you can use the... that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. In the search results, select the option that you want to resolve the incompatibility. See the System Setup section ...
...and Support. 2. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 34 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you can use the... that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. In the search results, select the option that you want to resolve the incompatibility. See the System Setup section ...
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... the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) in some computers. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see a message stating that is located on a hidden diagnostic...
... the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) in some computers. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see a message stating that is located on a hidden diagnostic...
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...computer and try again. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 42 Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. On the next start the CD menu and press to run. 8. When ... test screen. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer. 7. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer when you contact Dell. 9. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots ...
...computer and try again. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 42 Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. On the next start the CD menu and press to run. 8. When ... test screen. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer. 7. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer when you contact Dell. 9. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots ...
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...formatted or partitioned using this option. Restoring Your Operating System 6. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. NOTE: For more depending on ...certain computers. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the screen. If possible...
...formatted or partitioned using this option. Restoring Your Operating System 6. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. NOTE: For more depending on ...certain computers. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the screen. If possible...
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... System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you need the following items: 48 • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to the state it was in before you requested the...
... System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you need the following items: 48 • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to the state it was in before you requested the...
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... Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to Boot from CD-ROM. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until ...you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 1. Press any open files and exit any key to the devices specified in the system setup program....
... Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to Boot from CD-ROM. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until ...you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 1. Press any open files and exit any key to the devices specified in the system setup program....
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... NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system find your system model number run a diagnostic...
... NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system find your system model number run a diagnostic...
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...technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users 57 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com check on page 64. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information ... for last-minute updates about technical changes to contact technical support the top of your computer find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance find your Service Tag/Express Service Code-
...technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users 57 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com check on page 64. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information ... for last-minute updates about technical changes to contact technical support the top of your computer find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance find your Service Tag/Express Service Code-
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For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Basic Specifications System Model Dimension 2010 This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information ...regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers...
For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Basic Specifications System Model Dimension 2010 This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information ...regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers...
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... with a compatible battery purchased from earphones or headphones can cause hearing damage or loss. Replace the battery only with your Dell computer. The use of earphones or headphones other than those specified by the manufacturer (e.g. Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and ...use may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and therefore the sound pressure level. operating system, equalizer software, firmware, driver, etc.) may result in eye strain. For additional information concerning ergonomics, please go to heightened sound pressure level. Audio...
... with a compatible battery purchased from earphones or headphones can cause hearing damage or loss. Replace the battery only with your Dell computer. The use of earphones or headphones other than those specified by the manufacturer (e.g. Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and ...use may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and therefore the sound pressure level. operating system, equalizer software, firmware, driver, etc.) may result in eye strain. For additional information concerning ergonomics, please go to heightened sound pressure level. Audio...
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Index B Back Panel Connectors 22 backups creating 27 Back View 20 C calling Dell 53 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 59 computer capabilities 24 connect(ing) optional network cable 10 conserving energy 25 customer service 51 customizing 82 your desktop 24 your energy settings 25 D DataSafe Online Backup 28 DellConnect 51 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 45 Dell Diagnostics 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 43, 46 Dell Support Center 36 Dell support website 57 Diagnostic Checklist 53 Disposal 69 drivers and downloads 57 DVDs, playing and creating 24
Index B Back Panel Connectors 22 backups creating 27 Back View 20 C calling Dell 53 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 59 computer capabilities 24 connect(ing) optional network cable 10 conserving energy 25 customer service 51 customizing 82 your desktop 24 your energy settings 25 D DataSafe Online Backup 28 DellConnect 51 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 45 Dell Diagnostics 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 43, 46 Dell Support Center 36 Dell support website 57 Diagnostic Checklist 53 Disposal 69 drivers and downloads 57 DVDs, playing and creating 24